Kirsten Harrington
Kirsten Harrington has been a freelance food and travel writer for over 12 years, chronicling adventures in the US and China. Her work has appeared in WhereTraveler, The Seattle Times, Edible Orlando, The Beijinger and numerous other publications. When she’s not writing, you can find her scoping out new adventures, hiking or enjoying a meal with her family. Follow Kirsten on her blog.
Articles by Kirsten Harrington
Women-led Businesses in Raleigh are Changing Lives
By Kirsten HarringtonFrom welcoming cafes to trendy boutiques, Raleigh, North Carolina is filled with thriving female-owned businesses. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few of Raleigh’s enterprises that make lasting global impacts.
United States InsightsWelcome to Eatonville, the Town that Freedom Built
By Kirsten HarringtonI’ve driven by the exit off Interstate 4 just north of Orlando, Florida, dozens of times, and always wondered about Eatonville. You can see the sign from the freeway that reads “Oldest Incorporated African American Municipality in America.” Recently, I decided to take the exit and finally explore this city of … Read more
United States HistoryCentral Florida Lantern Festival Shines Light on Chinese Culture
By Kirsten HarringtonThe Lunar New Year is celebrated across Asia by gathering with family, decorating the house with red couplets and giving red envelopes with money to friends and colleagues. Also known as Spring Festival in China, this 15-day celebration starts on January 22nd and ends with the Lantern Festival on February … Read more
Asia The World Events & FestivalsWhat it’s Like to Stay in a Traditional Japanese Inn
By Kirsten HarringtonDo I have to sleep on the floor? Is there only one bathtub for all the guests? What’s with all the different slippers? These were just some of the questions I had about staying in Japanese ryokan before a recent trip. Minshuku are similar accommodations, offering tatami mat rooms with … Read more
Asia InsightsCelebrating Thanksgiving in Beijing, China
By Kirsten HarringtonIt was Fall of 2019 and Beijing was beautiful, with ripe persimmons hanging from trees like lanterns and golden gingko trees glowing in the park. But as the days grew shorter and the arctic chill set in, my spirits sank. Thanksgiving was just around the corner, and I longed for … Read more
Asia United States Family Travel Events & FestivalsHow Breckenridge Turned a Sled Problem into Precious Plastic
By Kirsten HarringtonBreckenridge, Colorado, best known for its world-famous ski resort, had a plastics problem. Every year visitors flock to this charming historic mining town to enjoy schussing and sledding down the slopes. What do they leave behind? Sleds.
United States Eco-tourism Social ResponsibilityCan an Airline Amenity Kit Really Change Lives?
By Kirsten HarringtonWho doesn’t love to be spoiled by airline amenity kits? It’s a perk of upper-class travel to receive those little goodie bags filled with silk eye masks, rich hand lotion, lip balm, and maybe even a pair of pajamas. Sometimes the kits themselves are keepsakes, with brand name designers crafting handsome … Read more
The World Social ResponsibilityHow Your Next Central Florida Burger or Latte Can Change the World
By Kirsten HarringtonIf you’re heading to the Orlando area, I’m sure you’ve given a lot of thought to your itinerary. You’ve probably booked a hotel, made theme park reservations, and maybe even though about which restaurants to visits. But did you know there are coffee shops and bistros in Central Florida where … Read more
United States Food & Drink Social ResponsibilityWhy the Westman Islands Should Top your Iceland Must-See List
By Kirsten HarringtonWe had checked off a handful of well-known sights already on our three days in Iceland: soaking in the Blue Lagoon, zipping up close to icebergs in a zodiac and hiking up to Svartifoss, an impressive waterfall tumbling over Jenga-like basalt columns.
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